If you’re a tabletop gaming professional and would like to a featured presenter for the Industry Insider track at Gen Con–hands down, my favorite event of the year–applications for that are now open. You need to register with Gen Con to even be able to read that page, though, so let me hit the high points Gen Con shared in its latest newsletter, which includes a quote from me.
Do you have interesting perspectives and diverse opinions on the game industry? Are you a game designer, author, entrepreneur, art director, or professional in the industry? Then, you may be a great addition to the Industry Insider program. Submissions are now open at this link (sign-in required). Requests will be accepted until April 2, 2015.
“If you’re a gaming professional with something to say, the Industry Insider program is a great showcase where you can share what you know with the people most eager to learn. Plus, you get to sit on panels with some of the smartest and most accomplished people in the history of gaming and maybe learn something from them yourself. Join the fun!”
– Matt Forbeck, bestselling author, game designer, and Industry Insider Advisory Program Panel Member.
Featured Presenters must attend Gen Con, submit topics for consideration, speak on those topics, and have the time to participate in 3-5 seminars/panel. As a Featured Presenter, you would be entitled to a complimentary 4-Day badge, a featured bio on gencon.com and in the yearly Program Book, access to the VIG Lounge, and more!
You might notice that the people who take part in the Industry Insider track used to be called guests of honor and are now referred to as featured presenters. That’s not accidental. It’s a more accurate term for the kind of duties and privileges that come with the position, and it should help prevent a lot of the confusion over the program that happened in the past.
The committee came up with a whole FAQ about this. You can download it from their site, but I have the Industry Insider FAQ PDF right here for you too.
Applying is fairly easy, although the competition for the available slots is fierce. If you get in, you’re only obligated to show up and chat about things you know and love for a grand total of 3 to 5 hours during the show, alongside many other industry greats.
It’s a wonderful gig, and I’ve been a part of it ever since Gen Con moved to Indianapolis back in 2003. If you’re a gaming pro, come join me. Either way, I hope to see you at the show!
